What’s Cooking: July 10 – 16
There’s lots to catch up on in this week’s What’s Cooking. With some members celebrating their anniversaries, others hosting live music, and some opening their new patios, our restaurants and culinary producers around the province have been keeping busy. Continue reading to get the details on all of this, plus some exciting upcoming events, a seasonal grocery list and a summer recipe to enjoy!
Highlights
Lake City Cider Turns 2
This week, Lake City Cider celebrated their second anniversary. To celebrate, they’re offering a free birthday cookie with all cider purchases (while supplies last). Stop by their retail window this week and pick up some cider to join in the celebrations!
Lot Six 5th Anniversary
Speaking of anniversaries, Lot Six Bar & Restaurant also celebrated their anniversary this week – they turned 5! Oysters and cocktails are the perfect way to celebrate such a milestone, so grab some friends and plan a night out at Lot Six.
WINEGRUNT’s Live Music
This Friday, July 17, from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m., Fredric Mujica will be playing guitar and vocals Latin music at WINEGRUNT for you to enjoy while sipping on some of your favourite local wines. Call ahead to reserve your table.
Halls Harbour Lobster Pound & Restaurant’s New Patio
Hall’s Harbour Lobster Pound & Restaurant has opened their new patio just in time for patio season! It provides a great shady spot to enjoy a delicious lobster supper. Stay tuned for news on their second-level patio which will be opening soon.
Miller’s Seafood & Chophouse Full Menu is Back
Miller’s Seafood & Chophouse is back to offering their full menu for you to enjoy, including your favourites like Chicken Parm and Cape Breton Crab Cakes. Check out their website to see what other delicious offerings they have.
Events
Petite Riviere Vineyard’s Weekend in Provence
For a truly indulgent experience, visit Petite Riviere Vineyards this weekend and join them for their Weekend in Provence! They’ll be hosting a Lavender Harvest Party, featuring their Rosé wine trio and chocolate from Petite Patrie Chocolate, and on Sunday night, they’ll finish the harvest celebration with french manouche music. Visit their website for more information.
Re-open City
Since 2012, Open City created by I Love Local HFX has been the kick-off to the summer season for Halifax’s local shops and restaurants. Whether it’s back door takeout being served by some of the city’s top chefs, live entertainment, or rare deals at local shops, you never know what Open City has to offer.
In 2020, the organizing of Open City has been handed to Develop Nova Scotia, with a few adjustments. As Nova Scotia reawakens, the name of the event is now Re-Open City, and it’s taking place over four consecutive weekends, starting June 27 and ending July 19, with the goal to create a warm, welcoming, and exciting atmosphere across Halifax.
Lobster-Licious Cape Breton
Lobster-Licious is a new local food event running from July 4 – 26, featuring non-traditional and delicious lobster dishes from various food establishments across Cape Breton Island. For every lobster dish purchased at participating restaurants, have the vendor stamp your passport. Three stamps will give you one entry to win a Gourmet Getaway and you’ll receive additional entries for every stamp received after the first three.
Enjoy your lobster-filled tour around the island and make sure you stop by Taste of Nova Scotia members: Glenora Distillery, Governor’s Pub & Eatery, Kiju’s Restaurant, La Goélette à Pépé Café, and Inverary Resort!
Seasonal Grocery List
Have you ever wondered what local goods are in season? We’re making your next grocery shopping experience easy by providing you with a quick list of a few seasonal ingredients and goodies which come from incredible local producers across the province.
Local Guide:
- Strawberries
- Agri-Growers Ltd: Available at Sobeys, Atlantic Superstore, and independent retailers.
- Country Magic: Available at Sobeys, Atlantic Superstore, independent retailers, and Walmart.
- Millen Farms: Available at Sobeys and independent retailers.
- Noggins Corner Farm Market, Masstown Market, Stirling Fruit Farms Ltd., any other of the Farmers’ Markets of Nova Scotia.
- Beets
- Broccoli
- Randsland Farms – Available at Sobeys and independant retailers.
- Noggins Corner Farm Market, Masstown Market, Stirling Fruit Farms Ltd., any other of the Farmers’ Markets of Nova Scotia
- Herbs
- Potatoes
- Country Magic: Available at Sobeys, Atlantic Superstore, Independent retailers, and Walmart.
- Noggins Corner Farm Market, Masstown Market, Stirling Fruit Farms Ltd., any other of the Farmers’ Markets of Nova Scotia.
- Nova Scotia Lobster
- Clearwater Seafoods: Available at their retail shop, online, shipping, delivery, and pickup
- Fisherman’s Market International: Available at their retail shop, online ordering, delivery, and pickup
- Halls Harbour Lobster Pound & Restaurant: Available at their retail shop
- Gidney Fisheries: Call for more information on ordering.
- Victoria Co-Op Fisheries: Call for more information on ordering,
- Mineral Water
- VIVEAU Sparkling Beverage: Available at Sobeys, Costco, and independent retailers
- Coffee
- Just Us! Coffee: Available at their retail location, Sobeys, Atlantic Superstore, independent retailers, online ordering, and pickup
Featured Recipe: Lobster Roll Potato Salad
What two things go together better than fresh Nova Scotia lobster and potato salad? This is our take on the combination of the classic lobster roll and potato salad. By matching the zest of the lemon and tang of the mustard, our salty Nova Scotia lobster is highlighted beautifully in this simple, yet succulent dish.
How to Keep Supporting Local
Summer is the season of supporting local in Nova Scotia. Whether it’s going for drinks on a patio, buying fresh local produce, planning a staycation, dining in, or ordering takeout – our Get Your Hands on Local page has you covered! Check it out to see how you can continue to support local.